Everyone is different

The main symptoms of ADHD

Inattention – you may have a short attention span, be easily distracted, disorganised or forgetful, or find it hard to complete actions

and/or:

Hyperactivity and impulsiveness – for example you might tend to fidget, talk a lot, and often interrupt other people

The symptoms may get you into difficulties

Of course everyone experiences these kinds of behaviour from time to time, but you might experience these feelings more often, and they may often get you into difficulties at school, at home and even with friends.

Symptoms vary from person to person

Not everyone with ADHD is the same – for example some people find focusing on a task and remembering details (inattention) the most difficult, and others may find they have outbursts of temper and cannot control their moods (impulsive behaviour), and some people might experience all the symptoms.

Hints and tips

References

ADHD is an abbreviation for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The information provided on this website is not a substitute for professional medical care. As always if you have any concerns about you or your child’s health or medication you should consult your specialist or general practitioner. This site is published by Janssen-Cilag Limited, which is solely responsible for the content. It is intended for a UK audience.